As a Paint Team leader, you will lead a team within the paint plant. You will report directly into the section manager, raising / communicating any issues there is. As a team leader you will coordinate the team in adhering to all safety and quality standards.
What You'll Be Doing
* Continually monitor and audit Health and Safety, People, Quality, Velocity and Cost metrics within your span of control as per company guidelines meeting targets.
* Reinforce Caterpillar's Values in Action. Communicate to appropriate departments/personnel and at daily start of shift meetings.
* Record defect information in detail to the quality gate visual management boards/management systems.
* Clearly communicate defects to Paint Operations and support area personnel as defects are identified.
* Provide detailed quality feedback with quality alerts and quality meetings.
* Participate in defect investigations and component inspection as required.
* Standard Work / Training – Maintain the skills matrix for the team to 100% versatility, ensure standard work is updated.
* Participate in Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIWs) for Safety, Quality, Velocity and Cost within your team operation.
* Lead the team to meet the daily demand of the job and root‑cause analyse events leading to process failure.
* Generate and work on Continuous Improvement ideas for your assigned area using the Continuous Improvement (CI) process.
* Adhere to the Company's Health and Safety policy and safe working practices and report appropriately.
* Undertake training and further learning as required for the job and the BCP Safety Recipe.
* Maintain leadership development required learning.
* Flexibility in working on other shifts.
Skills We Are Looking For
* Paint Plant Operations: Proficient in managing and supporting processes within a paint plant environment, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
* Lean Manufacturing & Cost Reduction: Skilled in applying Caterpillar Production System (CPS) principles to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and drive cost‑saving initiatives.
* Quality Assurance & BIQ: Experienced in Built‑In Quality (BIQ) practices, including defect reporting, root‑cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to maintain high product standards.
* Continuous Improvement Mindset: Strong advocate for continuous improvement and team‑based problem solving, aligned with Caterpillar's core values.
* Team Collaboration: Effective in working collaboratively within cross‑functional teams to achieve shared goals and deliver operational excellence.
* Leadership & Motivation: Capable of guiding and motivating team members through strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a proactive approach to challenges.
* Communication & Organisation: Excellent communicator with strong organisational abilities, ensuring clear information flow and structured task management.
* Flexibility & Reliability: Willing and able to support flexible working hours and multi‑shift operations to meet production demands.
* Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and precision in all tasks, particularly in quality control and process monitoring.
* Problem Solving: Methodical and analytical in resolving quality and process issues, ensuring sustainable improvements and compliance.
Top Candidates will also have: Previous supervisory experience.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.
Your Impact Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
* Salary: £33,892 rising to £37,568 when role triggers are met.
* Contract: 12 months.
* Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, Production Bonus, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Company contribution double up to 10%), Free Car Parking, Caterpillar Advantage website.
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